Michelin announces new sizes of construction tires
Michelin North America‘s earthmover unit announced it will soon offer new sizes of its X Crane+ and X-Super Terrain+ to meet demand in the construction industry. The new Michelin X Crane+ 525/80R25 size will be available in April. The new Michelin X-Super Terrain +, which is used on articulated dump trucks, has been re-engineered with
Michelin launches X Multi Energy Z regional steer tire
Michelin Americas Truck Tires, a division of Michelin North America Inc., announced the launch of its new Michelin X Multi Energy Z, a regional steer tire that meets U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SmartWay verified requirements. With a 15% reduction in rolling resistance, the tire delivers fuel efficiency, longevity and durability, according to the company. The
Volvo Trucks Safety Award to recognize safest fleets
Volvo Trucks will once again recognize North America’s safest fleets with the Volvo Trucks Safety Award. Two fleets with the safest driving records and top safety programs will receive the annual award and $25,000 to be used toward their safety-related activities. “Safety is a top issue each year for Volvo Trucks and the entire industry,”
Spec and manage fuel efficient tires
If even only one of your trucks is used in an application during which it is at highway speeds and you’re not using fuel efficient tires, you need to take another look at what you have mounted on that truck’s wheels. Paul Crehan, director of product marketing for trucks at Michelin North America, said, “Fleets
Michelin Retread Technologies rolls out off-road drive retread for severe applications
The new Michelin XDY-EXTM pre-mold drive position retread for off-road applications has been introduced by Michelin Retread Technologies. The new retread designed for single and tandem axle service in severe applications such as logging, mining and construction features a 32/32nd tread, a proprietary compound technology, and stone ejector ledges. The XDY-EX retread, which accepts chains,